5.76k reviews for:

Sweet Bean Paste

Durian Sukegawa

4.07 AVERAGE

http_goddess's review against another edition

4.0

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this book was such a gentle, quiet read. didn’t expect it to hit me emotionally the way it did. the story feels really soft but meaningful....

i loved the dynamic between the characters esp how they slowly opened up to each other. the pacing was a bit slow at times but it kinda fits the vibe of the book tho.

only reason it’s not a full 5 stars for me is bc some parts felt a little too quiet or repetitive. but overall it was a beautiful and calming story. would def recommend if you’re in the mood for something warm and introspective.

jehlenii's review against another edition

3.0

fast-paced

mafaldacabana's review against another edition

5.0

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Beautiful book about friendship, connection and sweets!

leighslibrary_'s review against another edition

3.75

emotional informative inspiring sad medium-paced

Plot or Character Driven: Character

Strong character development: Yes

Loveable characters: Yes

Diverse cast of characters: Yes

Flaws of characters a main focus: Yes

emacatarinatl's review against another edition

5.0

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I'll never recover from this

anga_kyla's review against another edition

4.0

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Sweet story of hard work, acceptance and family.
I definitely shed a few tears.

freya_10's review against another edition

3.0

emotional informative reflective relaxing slow-paced

Plot or Character Driven: Character

Strong character development: Yes

Loveable characters: Yes

Diverse cast of characters: Yes

Flaws of characters a main focus: Yes

madhurikankipati's review against another edition

4.0

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Such a sweet sweet book!

nemo_readss's review against another edition

4.0

emotional inspiring reflective relaxing sad medium-paced

Plot or Character Driven: Character

Strong character development: Yes

Loveable characters: Yes

Diverse cast of characters: No

Flaws of characters a main focus: No

keylimepie7's review against another edition

3.5

emotional hopeful reflective medium-paced

Plot or Character Driven: Character

Strong character development: Yes

Loveable characters: Yes

Diverse cast of characters: Complicated

Flaws of characters a main focus: Yes

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A sweet, short read. I expected more based on the critical acclaim and didn't find it extraordinary, but I did enjoy it and it did get me emotional a few times.